1975 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP) has 210 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. (220 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. (434 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Pontiac Trans Am | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
Model | Trans Am | Corvette |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6556 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 430 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 574 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1247 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2685 mm |